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Patek Philippe

Ref. 3970E, Third Series

百達翡麗，優雅，型號3970E「Third Series」，鉑金萬年曆計時腕錶，備德文日曆、黑色亮面錶盤、閏年、24小時、月相顯示、鑲鑽時標，1993年製。附錶盒、調整筆、後補證書

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Patek Philippe’s reference 3970 marked the third generation of the brand’s iconic serialised perpetual calendar chronograph, following the legendary ref. 1518 and 2499. Introduced in 1986, it retained the classic design language of its predecessors, including pump-style pushers and downturned stepped lugs, though the case diameter was slightly reduced from 37.5mm to 36mm. Technically, the watch was significantly upgraded with the CH 27-70 Q movement, based on the Lemania 2310 and heavily modified by Patek Philippe, replacing the earlier Valjoux calibre. The dial was also enhanced to include leap year and 24-hour indicators, improving its functionality.

The present third-series example from 1993 stands out with a semi-glossy black dial featuring chaton-set diamond hour markers and a German calendar, offering a luxurious twist on the classic design. Unlike the more common silvered opaline dials, this configuration adds visual depth and elegance. The hallmarks are stamped on the lugs, a detail highly prized by collectors of reference 3970. Offered in well-preserved condition, this fresh-to-the-market timepiece is an ideal acquisition for those who appreciate Patek Philippe’s horological excellence with a touch of opulence.

Patek Philippe

Swiss | 1839

Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.

Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.

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